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New regulations from Natural Resources Wales, due to come into force in March 2020, will mean that all above-ground tanks in excess of 200 litres, used to store oil at commercial premises in Wales, are required to have a secondary containment system to prevent oil escaping to the environment in the event of a spillage
Every oil tank installer knows that finding a suitable location for an oil tank can be challenging.
Oil Spill Insurance is launching HomeSpill, a stand-alone oil tank insurance policy
See how your business could benefit from the opportunities/rewards available for installers of bunded tanks.
By David Blevings, OFTEC Ireland Manager – There are around 1.2million oil-fired homes in Ireland and the market and legislative framework is different to that operating in GB. While we have a building control requirement in Northern Ireland (if a structural alteration takes place such as a new low-level flue) there is no requirement for any notification in the Republic and limited input from local enforcement in both jurisdictions in replacement boiler scenarios.
Contrary to general opinion, a fire barrier is not there to stop an oil tank fire spreading to a neighbouring building or adjacent boundary but is to protect the oil tank from a fire originating from within a building.
Because of his rural catchment area, ten years ago James Mead saw a gap in the market for a professional installation and maintenance business, specialising in all aspects of oil heating. That was the birth of Reading-based Redlands Property Services and since then, James has continuously expanded his company and the services he provides.
The problems of underground oil storage.
OFTEC director general, Jeremy Hawksley
The continuing low price of oil heating is becoming a story of considerable interest to the media. BBC Radio 4’s ‘You and Yours’ programme interviewed OFTEC director general, Jeremy Hawksley, recently, while OFTEC’s news release about the low price has featured in many regional consumer news publications.
Martyn Bridges, director of marketing and technical support at Worcester, Bosch Group
Worcester, Bosch Group is urging installers working in off-mains gas areas to stick with oil as the market looks set for a promising time.
With oil prices at a six-year low, boiler manufacturers Firebird, Grant and Warmflow, together with tank manufacturers Harlequin and Kingspan and burner manufacturer Riello, have worked together to promote a pro oil message to consumers reminding them that ‘oil is cheaper’ than all the alternatives in Northern Ireland.
Latest industry figures show that heating oil prices have fallen even further, with oil now 13% cheaper than mains gas to heat the average home.
Nick Hawkins takes over as OFTEC chairman on the 23rd June at the association’s next annual general meeting. He spoke with Oil Installer about the oil industry.
Property developer Colin Goodwin alongside his new Spira wood pellet boiler
Grant UK recently provided a total solution for a new residence in Grimsby.
The 2014 OFTEC Awards for Excellence winners
The best talent in the oil heating industry was showcased at OFTEC’s 2014 Awards for Excellence event last month.